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Base of the Grizzly Giant, from The Yosemite Book: A Description of the Yosemite
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Base of the Grizzly Giant, from The Yosemite Book: A Description of the Yosemite
STC192774 Base of the Grizzly Giant, from The Yosemite Book: A Description of the Yosemite Valley and the Adjacent Region of the Sierra Nevada, and of the Big Trees of California, by Josiah Dwight Whitney (1819-96) published 1868 (albumen print) by Watkins, Carleton Emmons (1829-1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
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California Californian National Park B W Photo
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This photograph captures the awe-inspiring base of the Grizzly Giant, a magnificent giant redwood tree located in California's renowned Yosemite National Park. The image, taken by Carleton Emmons Watkins in 1868, showcases the sheer grandeur and agelessness of this natural wonder. With a base diameter measuring an astonishing 304 feet, the Grizzly Giant stands as a testament to nature's incredible power and resilience. Estimated to be around 2,700 years old at the time of capture, it proudly holds its title as one of the oldest living sequoias on Earth. The photo allows us to marvel at the immense scale of this ancient giant, with its towering trunk disappearing into the heavens above. Every detail is meticulously captured through Watkins' lens - from the intricate patterns etched onto its bark to the delicate play of light and shadow that dances upon its surface. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand nature's ability to endure and thrive against all odds. It serves as a poignant reminder of our responsibility to protect these precious natural treasures for future generations. This stunning photograph from Bridgeman Images invites us into a world where giants roam among us – reminding us that within even our most majestic landscapes lies an enduring beauty that transcends time itself.
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